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The Department of Atomic Energy outlines India's current and future nuclear power capacities, highlighting ongoing and upcoming projects aimed at significantly boosting the country's nuclear energy output. Source: Original Link
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The Department of Atomic Energy announced progress on its indigenous 700 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), with ten reactors approved for fleet mode development. Three are operational, one is being commissioned, and two are under construction. Achievements include increased power capacity, record high electricity generation, and successful reactor refurbishments.
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The Department of Atomic Energy has disclosed details regarding the contributions and outcomes of the Raja Ramanna Chair (RRC) Scheme in a recent parliamentary reply. Currently, 50 RRC positions have been sanctioned, with 25 active and 9 completed. Comprehensive research and policy framing activities associated with these positions have resulted
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The Department of Atomic Energy of India, facilitated by Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, is investing in the design and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as part of the Nuclear Energy Mission. Positioned as a clean energy solution, SMRs aim to support decarbonization and provide power at retiring fossil fuel
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The Department of Atomic Energy announced a significant discovery of Uranium in the Sikar District of Rajasthan, with the Atomic Minerals Directorate of Exploration and Research (AMDER) leading the effort. Assigned under the Atomic Minerals Concession Rules, 2016, UCIL is designated as the mining lessee for the Rohil deposit. Dr.
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India has significantly increased its nuclear power generation over the past two years, with a total generation of 104,652 Million Units. The Department of Atomic Energy is advancing multiple projects, including the commissioning of a 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam and pre-project activities for future units.
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In response to ongoing global security challenges, the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) has implemented extensive security audits of its installations, categorized from 'A to D' based on sensitivity. These audits, conducted in collaboration with Intelligence Bureau (IB) and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), ensure that appropriate measures
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As of February 2026, the Department of Atomic Energy is overseeing the implementation of 17 nuclear power reactors with a cumulative capacity of 13100 MW. This includes seven reactors currently under construction and ten undergoing pre-project activities. Notable projects include the Kudankulam and Rajasthan reactors alongside others in Haryana and
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The Department of Atomic Energy in India is overseeing the implementation of seventeen nuclear power reactors with a total capacity of 13,100 MW. The projects are being executed in various stages, including construction and pre-project activities across several locations such as Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Haryana. Monitoring and reviewing
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The Department of Atomic Energy of India has released a detailed strategy for managing nuclear waste amid plans to expand nuclear power output to 100 GW by 2047. This involves continuing the practice of processing and reusing nuclear fuel, using technologies such as vitrification and partitioning to reduce waste. The
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The Department of Atomic Energy outlines key design features for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), emphasizing passive safety systems, rigorous design procedures, and cybersecurity measures. The reactors will incorporate fail-safe features, in-house developed systems, and isolation from the internet to enhance safety and security. A specialist group, CISAG, is tasked with
Closed Nuclear Fuel Cycle
India is implementing a Closed Nuclear Fuel Cycle as part of its three-stage nuclear power program to optimize uranium use and leverage thorium reserves for energy security. This involves recycling materials from spent nuclear fuel, enhancing resource utilization, and minimizing radioactive waste. Key developments include operational reprocessing facilities, research on